Psalms 111:5

"He has caused his wonderful works to be remembered. The LORD is gracious and merciful."

Key Reflection

Psalms 111:5 highlights God's enduring grace and mercy, emphasizing that these attributes are not just temporary acts but part of His ongoing character. The original audience, familiar with the cycles of divine judgment in their history, would have understood this to mean that God’s consistent mercy stands in stark contrast to the fleeting nature of human deeds. This verse underscores a fundamental truth about God's nature, reminding listeners that His merciful actions are eternal and reliable, offering hope and assurance even in difficult times.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

He hath given meat unto them that fear him -Margin, “prey.” The idea is, that he has supplied their needs. The Hebrew word is, “prey,” and the allusion is to the mode in which the needs of the beasts of the field are supplied. The meaning may be that they had obtained this from their enemies, as beasts of prey take their food by making war; or the word may be used in a general sense, as meaning that God had supplied their needs. He will ever be mindful of his covenant -He will never leave or forsake his people; he will be faithful to all the promises that he has made to them.

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